As I wondered what to write about today, I drew a blank.Although I had a great week, nothing seemed big enough to base a blog post on.So instead, I decided to write a quick recap of the past seven days.It was a week full of blessings:

nWe attended the wedding of my youngest daughter’s church choir leader, a beautiful small wedding at our church.

nWith my friend Trish, I went to an International Festival of Authors event on Monday night that featured Governor-General nominees reading from their books.

nI took my oldest daughter to a university open house, the third that we’ve visited this fall.It’s hard to believe that in a few months she’ll be committing to one of them.

nI watched game 7 of the World Series with my husband.Is there anything better than Game 7 (even if Game 6 was the one no one will ever forget)?

nAnd, best of all, I’m writing again!After spending most of this fall with no ideas and little motivation, I’m finally feeling inspired.

I’m also blessed to have discovered another Pear Crisp recipe that I love.Those of you with long memories will remember that last fall, not only did I publish an Apple Pear Cherry Crisp recipe, I actually called it The Ultimate Fall Dessert.But when it comes to food, I never leave perfection unchallenged.When I tried the new recipe, I knew I’d found another winner.The crystallized ginger gives this dessert a gentle warmth that plays beautifully against the cool pears.Although Bon Appetit calls this dessert a crumble, to me it’s a crisp all the way.

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.Butter a 13” by 9” glass baking dish (mine was a bit smaller and it worked fine).

To make the topping, mix first five ingredients in a medium bowl.Add butter and incorporate until moist clumps form.

For the filing, combine pear slices and lemon juice in a large bowl.Add remaining ingredients and toss to blend.

Transfer filling to prepared dish.Sprinkle topping on top, and bake crumble until pears are tender and topping is golden brown and crisp, about 45 minutes.Cool at least 20 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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I totally know what you mean. I haven't been posting much over the last several weeks because we've been here, there, and everywhere. The first weekend in Oct, we flew to Coeur d'Alene for a wedding. We came home and hosted a dinner party the next weekend, then we went up to my mother-in-law's to celebrate her birthday last weekend. Thursday, we flew out to Dallas to attend my husband's aunt's funeral. We got home yesterday & I'm wondering where the entire month went!

I've missed almost every FFWD post and one of my Baked Sunday Morning posts, so I'm feeling out of it.

To top it off, some of the really good things we've made we've already blogged about, so no fodder for new posts there!

I love this crisp & will be sure to try it. It's nice to count our blessings and even nicer when we have friends who understand how crazy life gets sometimes!

Beth, I must lead a boring life because I think that any one of those events is cause for excitement! :D

Please tell your oldest daughter to follow her instincts when it comes to picking a college. Some of them just 'feel' better than others. And best of luck to her on the decision. It's quite can exciting time!

The pear crumble looks perfect for fall. I love the idea of ginger and pear together!

It sound like an eventful week to me. The literary festival sounds wonderful. Our children grow up so fast. I have a 27 year old and it takes my breath away when I dwell on it. The pear crumble looks delicious. I adore anything with ginger. Wasn't the World Series the best. My daughter lives in St. Louis. They went to the parade today. Always enjoy reading your post.

If I wrote about my week, I'd have trouble using only clean language! But I too am back writing again after a few weeks of feeling quite uninspired. So I sympathize with you there. As for crystallized ginger?? YUM!

I'm so glad to hear that your writing mojo is back. I know that it's hard enough to create content when you're inspired and have the time - when you're going through a busy phase and writers' block has struck? Yipes.

I've never made a pear crisp, Beth. What a great idea and pears are super right now.Pleased you are inspired to write again! It's never been a talent of mine so I am impressed with anyone who has a way with words!

I have to say, I never actually watch baseball, but I grew up in a family full of Cardinals fans. So, it was great to catch the end of game 7. This crisp sounds fantastic. Crystallized ginger with pears sounds delicious.

It does seem like your week was full of good things, Beth. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and this recipe, sweet friend! I hope you are having a Happy Halloween. Thank you for making mine a bit sweeter (now I just need to get some candy!) Much love from Austin.

I listened to game 7 on the radio, but other than that I didn't have much excitement in my week. I'm thrilled that inspiration has struck, and I can't wait to hear what you're working on next! This crisp looks great, I've got to make some kind of crisp before autumn is over.

Ooo, pear crumble. I have a tree full of pears just calling out to be used. I know what to do now. Thanks for your reply ref: RSS - it probably is my browser. Is seem to be able to bet RSS via Google. Never mind I know where you are.

so many good pear recipes, so little time! I love the crystallized ginger in this crisp. that's a great exercise when you've hit a blank wall---think back on the week's events, and write them down. always a surprise at the wealth of experience right there!

You have been busy Beth, but sometimes we just kind of blank out. You sure came up with a recipe I have to try; love that name:The Ultimate Fall Dessert...and with crystallized ginger. Thank you for sharing. Wishing a good November.Rita

Hi Beth - thanks for visiting my blog today! It sounds like you had a busy week - and sometimes it's nice to just sit and write and think about everything that went on. Your Pear Crisp sounds wonderful. I have been getting the Bartlett Pears at Trader Joe's lately and putting them in salads. This crisp sounds great and I love the addition of the ginger - one of my favorite flavors:-). Have a great day!